Best NZ Peanut Butter
The jars we would put on a pantry shelf first, from classic smooth to premium mixed nut butters.
Updated 8 June 2026Good peanut butter is not complicated, but the difference between okay and excellent shows up fast on toast.
We looked for local production, ingredient clarity, texture, and whether the jar earns its place after the novelty wears off.
Pic's Peanut Butter · Rank #1
Smooth Peanut Butter
The everyday jar that makes the most sense for most pantries.
Why we recommend it
Pic's is simple, familiar, and easy to find. It is the pick when you want a dependable New Zealand-made staple rather than a special occasion spread.
- Made in
- Nelson
- Official website
- picspeanutbutter.com
Fix & Fogg · Rank #2
Everything Butter
The more interesting jar for gifting, snacking, and breakfast upgrades.
Why we recommend it
Fix & Fogg brings texture and flavour variety without losing the handmade pantry feel that made the brand popular in the first place.
- Made in
- Wellington
- Official website
- fixandfogg.com
